Construction Estimator

Job Title: Construction Estimator Job Description
The Construction Estimator leads the development of accurate and competitive project budgets, estimates, and bid proposals for multifamily, commercial, mixed-use, and other complex construction projects. This role performs detailed quantity takeoffs, evaluates subcontractor proposals, and supports preconstruction efforts to ensure projects are well-planned, cost-effective, and aligned with client expectations. The Construction Estimator collaborates closely with internal teams and external partners, taking ownership of estimate accuracy, documentation, and overall preconstruction support while contributing to the company’s growth in a new region.
Responsibilities
- Lead the preparation of detailed project budgets, estimates, bid proposals, and conceptual pricing exercises for a variety of construction projects.
- Review drawings, specifications, and construction documents to perform accurate quantity takeoffs and ensure complete scope coverage.
- Develop clear and comprehensive scopes of work while identifying potential gaps, exclusions, risks, and cost-saving opportunities.
- Solicit proposals from subcontractors and suppliers, manage the bid collection process, and maintain organized bid documentation.
- Analyze, compare, and level subcontractor and supplier bids to confirm complete scope alignment and competitive pricing.
- Identify and implement procurement and pricing strategies that enhance estimate accuracy and project competitiveness.
- Participate in value engineering efforts and constructability reviews to optimize project design, cost, and schedule outcomes.
- Collaborate closely with Business Development, Operations, and Preconstruction teams throughout the pursuit and preconstruction process.
- Establish and maintain strong, productive relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, owners, and other industry partners.
- Assist with project handoff and transition activities following the successful award of work, ensuring a smooth transfer to operations.
- Manage multiple estimating assignments simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality deliverables.
- Take ownership of estimate accuracy, supporting documentation, and overall preconstruction support efforts.
- Present professionally in customer-facing settings and build trust-based relationships with owners and subcontractors.
Essential Skills
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive construction estimating experience.
- Experience estimating multifamily, commercial, mixed-use, or similarly complex construction projects.
- Proven ability to independently manage estimates from initial project review through final submission.
- Strong proficiency in performing quantity takeoffs, cost analysis, pricing strategies, and subcontractor bid evaluation.
- Solid understanding of construction means and methods, project sequencing, and scope development.
- Experience evaluating project risks and identifying opportunities to improve competitiveness and value.
- Established network of subcontractor and supplier relationships within the construction industry.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present effectively in customer-facing situations.
- Ability to work cross-functionally with Operations, Business Development, and Preconstruction teams.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
- Detail-oriented mindset with a strong commitment to accuracy, accountability, and high-quality work.
- Proficiency with construction estimating software tools.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including tools for documentation, analysis, and scheduling.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience in commercial construction and preconstruction environments.
- Background in multifamily and mixed-use estimating, including complex project types.
- Familiarity with Procore or similar construction management platforms.
- Experience with viewpoint or comparable project and financial management systems.
- Experience using Microsoft Project or similar scheduling software.
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with owners, subcontractors, and industry partners.
- Interest in contributing to a growing company expanding into a new region, with opportunities for professional growth.
- Motivation to participate in value engineering and constructability reviews to improve project outcomes.
Work Environment
This role is primarily office-based, with occasional travel to project sites as needed to support estimating and preconstruction activities. The position operates in a professional construction and preconstruction environment that leverages construction estimating software, Microsoft Office applications, and platforms such as Procore, viewpoint, and Microsoft Project. Team members collaborate closely with Operations, Business Development, and Preconstruction functions in a growth-oriented setting, supported by benefits that include a 401(k) program with a 4% company match. The work environment emphasizes accuracy, collaboration, and relationship-building as the company expands into a new region and pursues new project opportunities.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Reno, NV.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $110000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Medical/Dental/Vision
4% 401k match
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Reno,NV.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 2026. About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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